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5 ways cigarette smoke is ruining your skin

There are plenty of reasons to quit smoking. Yeah! Yeah! You've probably heard most of them already. So it’s established that you’re not an idiot. But did you know this little habit is also affecting your complexion? In addition to being bad for your overall health, smoking has a negative impact on the skin, including a susceptibility to psoriasis. Then there is that teensy-weensy reason that it depletes your body of nutrients like Vitamin C, which is generally linked to sun protection.

Under eye bagsThe nicotine in smoking causes a lot of anxiety in the body which in turn results in sleepless nights or broken sleep. Your body doesn't get the rest it needs because of anxiety and it results in under eye bags over the years.

WrinklesThe most common side effect of smoking are wrinkles. Smoking reduces the production of collagen which results in the skin's sagging and fine lines and wrinkles appear.

Pre-mature agingSince carbon monoxide hampers the oxygen in the blood supply, the skin tissue loses its health which makes the skin look older. A smoker will on an average look 1.4 years older than a non-smoker, as per studies.

BlackheadsSmokers will always have a problem with blackheads as the smoke causes the skin to become congested and suffocated. Since the skin cannot breathe properly it will result in toxic eruptions in the name of blackheads, whiteheads and acne.

No natural glowThe natural glow of the skin gets destroyed because of all the harmful chemicals and smoke in the body. The youthful fresh look gets destroyed and the skin tends to look very dehydrated and dull. Quit smoking and you will notice your natural glow shine through.